Geographical Data Policy and Governance in Indian Geography: An Overview

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Which organization is responsible for the formulation and implementation of the National Geospatial Policy in India?

  1. Ministry of Earth Sciences

  2. Ministry of Home Affairs

  3. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

  4. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The Ministry of Science and Technology is responsible for the formulation and implementation of the National Geospatial Policy in India.

What is the primary objective of the National Geospatial Policy?

  1. To promote the use of geospatial data for decision-making

  2. To regulate the collection and dissemination of geospatial data

  3. To establish a national geospatial infrastructure

  4. To promote research and development in geospatial technologies


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary objective of the National Geospatial Policy is to promote the use of geospatial data for decision-making.

Which of the following is not a key component of the National Geospatial Policy?

  1. Data sharing and collaboration

  2. Data quality and standards

  3. Data security and privacy

  4. Data access and dissemination


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Data monetization is not a key component of the National Geospatial Policy.

What is the role of the National Geospatial Data Committee (NGDC) in the implementation of the National Geospatial Policy?

  1. To provide guidance and oversight to the implementation of the policy

  2. To develop and maintain the national geospatial data infrastructure

  3. To promote the use of geospatial data for decision-making

  4. To regulate the collection and dissemination of geospatial data


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The role of the National Geospatial Data Committee (NGDC) is to provide guidance and oversight to the implementation of the National Geospatial Policy.

Which of the following is not a responsibility of the NGDC?

  1. Developing and maintaining the national geospatial data infrastructure

  2. Promoting the use of geospatial data for decision-making

  3. Regulating the collection and dissemination of geospatial data

  4. Developing and implementing geospatial data standards


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Regulating the collection and dissemination of geospatial data is not a responsibility of the NGDC.

What is the significance of the National Geospatial Data Infrastructure (NGDI) in the implementation of the National Geospatial Policy?

  1. It provides a platform for sharing and accessing geospatial data

  2. It facilitates the integration of geospatial data from different sources

  3. It promotes the development of geospatial applications and services

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Geospatial Data Infrastructure (NGDI) provides a platform for sharing and accessing geospatial data, facilitates the integration of geospatial data from different sources, and promotes the development of geospatial applications and services.

Which of the following is not a key challenge in the implementation of the National Geospatial Policy?

  1. Lack of awareness about the policy

  2. Lack of coordination among different stakeholders

  3. Lack of data sharing and collaboration

  4. Lack of funding


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Lack of political will is not a key challenge in the implementation of the National Geospatial Policy.

What is the importance of geospatial data in disaster management?

  1. It helps in identifying and assessing the extent of a disaster

  2. It helps in predicting the occurrence of a disaster

  3. It helps in planning and implementing disaster response and recovery measures

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Geospatial data is important in disaster management as it helps in identifying and assessing the extent of a disaster, predicting the occurrence of a disaster, and planning and implementing disaster response and recovery measures.

Which of the following is not a potential application of geospatial data in urban planning?

  1. Land use planning

  2. Transportation planning

  3. Environmental planning

  4. Crime mapping


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Agricultural planning is not a potential application of geospatial data in urban planning.

What is the role of geospatial data in sustainable development?

  1. It helps in identifying and monitoring environmental issues

  2. It helps in planning and implementing sustainable development projects

  3. It helps in assessing the impact of development projects on the environment

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Geospatial data plays a crucial role in sustainable development as it helps in identifying and monitoring environmental issues, planning and implementing sustainable development projects, and assessing the impact of development projects on the environment.

Which of the following is not a key element of good geospatial governance?

  1. Transparency

  2. Accountability

  3. Participation

  4. Data security


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Data monetization is not a key element of good geospatial governance.

What is the importance of public participation in geospatial data governance?

  1. It ensures that the needs and interests of the public are taken into account

  2. It promotes transparency and accountability in geospatial data management

  3. It helps in building trust and confidence in geospatial data

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Public participation in geospatial data governance is important as it ensures that the needs and interests of the public are taken into account, promotes transparency and accountability in geospatial data management, and helps in building trust and confidence in geospatial data.

Which of the following is not a challenge in ensuring effective geospatial data governance?

  1. Lack of awareness about geospatial data

  2. Lack of coordination among different stakeholders

  3. Lack of political will

  4. Lack of funding


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Lack of technology is not a challenge in ensuring effective geospatial data governance.

What is the future of geospatial data policy and governance in India?

  1. Increased focus on data sharing and collaboration

  2. Development of new geospatial technologies

  3. Strengthening of geospatial data governance mechanisms

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The future of geospatial data policy and governance in India lies in increased focus on data sharing and collaboration, development of new geospatial technologies, and strengthening of geospatial data governance mechanisms.

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